Many thanks to NetGalley and Gallery Books for gifting me a digital copy of this wonderful book by Allison Larkin - 5 stars!
April is 16 years old, living in a motorless mobile home in rural upstate NY, all but abandoned by both parents. She has a gift for writing songs, singing and playing the guitar but when her father breaks her guitar in a final confrontation, she decides she's had enough and reads for the road. We follow along April's journey as she makes her way across the eastern coast, finding friends and pieces of home along the way.
I loved this book and will be thinking about these characters for a long time! April is so strong and determined, both in chasing her dream as well as trying not to hurt others along the way. She is full of hope and resilience, even when she's starving and down to her last dollar. She's been taught to run when things get tough and to depend on no one but herself. This book also emphasizes the impact people have on each other. Do not miss this book - I loved everything about it!
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